Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at UPTON GROUP PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,614
Total Quantity
320.0K
NHS Cost
£12.8K
vs National Avg
-26.7%
UPTON GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 2,614 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £12,832 to the NHS. This is 26.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
233
Jun 2026
214
Jun 2026
200
Jun 2026
222
Jun 2026
222
Jun 2026
228
Jun 2026
250
Jun 2026
211
Jun 2026
214
Jun 2026
202
Jun 2026
219
Jun 2026
199
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,614 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 319,956 |
| Total NHS Cost | £12,832 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | -26.7% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,614 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -26.7% vs national average |
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Data sourced from NHSBSA English Prescribing Dataset, CQC, and GP Patient Survey. Prescribing data does not indicate quality of care. Higher prescribing rates may reflect patient demographics. Always consult your GP for medical advice.